Experience the Matrix Providers Advantage. We strive to provide a framework of
stability and structure for our valued employees, where you will experience
lower provider-to-patient ratios and fair, reliable schedules.
Matrix Providers is hiring a Dental Assistant to join our team of talented
professionals who provide health care services to our Military Service Members
and their families at the USAFA, Colorado Springs, CO.
Employment Status: Full time, 40 hours per week
Compensation: $24.00 hr + $4.57 with a $2,500.00 Sign on bonus.
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Benefits: Competitive financial package with a comprehensive insurance
package including health, dental, vision, and life coverage.
Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays (Outlined in Handbook)
401(k) Plan
Dental Assistant must have and meet the following:
Degree: Certificate.
Certification: Certified in radiography as required.
All training must have included a course in radiation physics; radiation
biology; radiation health, safety, and protection; X-ray films and
radiographic film quality; radiographic techniques; darkroom and
processing techniques; film mounting; and digital radiographic processing
techn
Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association or American Red
Cross.
Education: Successful completion of one of the following:
Certificate or Associate Degree as a dental assistant/technician from a
program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) of the
American Dental Association (ADA) and 12 months of experience within the
preceding 36 months.
Certification from a military dental technician or dental assistant school and
12 months of experience within the preceding 36 months.
Certification from a Red Cross Dental Assistant course and 12 months of
experience within the preceding 36 months.
Thirty-six (36) months of experience in the preceding 60 months as a
private practice or military clinic dental assistant.
Membership in good standing with the American Association of Dental Assistants
with required continuing education and 12 months of experience within the
preceding 36 months.
Graduation from a state-accredited program for dental assistants or dental
technology within the preceding 12 months.
Experience: 12 months of experience within the preceding 36 months.
Job Summary:
Performs assisting in one or more phases of complex/difficult restorative,
prosthodontic, oral surgical, endodontic, or periodontal treatment.
Receives and schedules patients for treatment.
Obtains and records the related medical history of the patient. Chart
examination and treatment information. Records information on prescriptions.
Sterilizes instruments, materials, and equipment; prepares surgical
trays. Maintains dental equipment in a clean and operative condition.
Assists dentist at chairside. Performs intra-oral procedures as directed by
the dentist. Takes preliminary impressions for study models, removes sutures
and places, and removes rubber dams, period-packs, matrix bands, and wedges.
Relays the dentist's instructions to the patient for post-treatment care.
Instructs patient in proper dental techniques, care of appliances, and
causes of dental decay.
Operates dental X-ray equipment to take intra and extra-or al radiographs.
Maintains, cleans, and performs minor repairs on X-ray equipment and
materials.
Pours and trims models from impressions and constructs custom impression
trays. Maintains a variety of recurring reports related to dental activities.
We support our employees with an accessible dedicated representative to assist
you throughout the duration of your contract. We firmly believe that a healthy
work/life balance enables you to perform at your best. Our mission is to
serve Americas military family by aligning exceptional healthcare workers like
you with rewarding career opportunities.
Come home to Matrix.
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religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin,
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